2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 773 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada Samara II has manual transmission. 2002 Lada Samara II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Hyundai | Lada |
Model | Santa Fe | Samara II |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |